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The Empire State Fair returns to the Nassau Coliseum for several days of nonstop action this June. Photo courtesy of the fair
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5/24/24 - By Jaime Sumersille

Sail into the summer festival season this June at these great events across Long Island. The fairs we highlight below serve up tasty food, super spinny rides, animal interactions, and more.

Looking for other outdoor entertainment ideas? Find tons of ways to bring the heat in our Guide to Summer Activities.

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HarborFest Dock Day and Craft Fair in Port Washington

Port Washington–FREE
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Enjoy Port Washington's annual celebration of its waterfront and nautical heritage at HarborFest.  READ MORE

Mosaic Street Painting Festival in Riverhead

Riverhead–FREE
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Spark some creativity at the East End Arts Community Mosaic Street Painting Festival, which is a tradition on the North Fork. READ MORE

Hamptons Pride Parade

East Hampton–FREE
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Head to The Hamptons for a day of celebration and Pride. This balloon-free, flag-filled, family-fun event is free to the public. READ MORE

Butterfly and Bird Festival at Sweetbriar Nature Center

Smithtown
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Sweetbriar Nature Center hosts its Annual Butterfly and Bird Festival to celebrate the opening of the Butterfly Vivarium. Beyond making new fluttering friends, enjoy live music, face painting, animal demonstrations, and craft vendors.  READ MORE

North Fork Dog Dock Diving

Peconic
Saturday, June 7 - Sunday, June 8, 2025
Watch pups of all breeds perform at this annual North Fork Dog Dock Diving event at the Polo Grounds. READ MORE

Gallery North's Wet Paint Festival at Old Field Farm

Setauket–FREE
Saturday, June 7 - Sunday, June 8, 2025
Gallery North's Annual Wet Paint Festival includes guided tours on plein air painting, history, local ecology, as well as live music, food, and children's activities. READ MORE

Lenny Bruno Farms' Annual Strawberry Festival

Manorville
Saturday, June 7 - Sunday, June 8, 2025
Savor the sweetness of summer at Lenny Bruno Farms' 2025 Strawberry Festival. Head to the farm on June 8 and 9 from 10am-5pm for a berry-filled extravaganza featuring live music, strawberry tastings, artisan vendors, and more. READ MORE

Bavarian Festival at Plattduetsche Park

Franklin Square
Saturday, June 7 - Sunday, June 8, 2025
Experience a weekend full of German culture at Plattduetsche Park, which has been hosting this cultural Bavarian Festival for nearly half a century. The festival features an array of activities, food and drinks, and traditional music and dance. READ MORE

Patchogue Pride Parade

Patchogue-FREE
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Join community members and business owners in Patchogue for a Pride parade and celebration. The parade steps off along Main Street at Route 112. READ MORE

Long Island Pride Festival

Huntington–FREE
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Long Island Pride showcases one of Long Island’s most walkable downtowns every June, and this year it is being held in Huntington Village. READ MORE

Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival

Mattituck
Wednesday, June 11-Sunday, June 15, 2025
The annual Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival returns for another run this June. Popular annual highlights, including Hulling Night and the fest's famous Strawberry Shortcake, are set to return.  READ MORE

National BBQ Festival at Eisenhower Park

East Meadow
Friday, June 13 - Sunday, June 15, 2025
Fire up your appetite at the National BBQ Festival at Eisenhower Park. This smokin’ weekend includes mouthwatering eats, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun! READ MORE

Pridefest in Northport

Northport - FREE
Saturday, June 14, 2025
The Village of Northport welcomes LGBTQ+ communities and their allies to celebrate Pride in Northport. READ MORE

Pride Walk and Festival in Port Washington

Port Washington - FREE
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Meet at Bay Walk Park and finish at the John Philip Sousa Memorial Bandshell for the Pride Walk and Festival, where there will be live LGBTQ+ entertainment, craft stations from local community partners and more. READ MORE

Father’s Day Festival at Harbes Family Farm & Vineyard

Mattituck
Saturday & Sunday, June 14-15, 2025
Take dad out to Harbes Family Farm in Mattituck this Father’s Day weekend for adventures to remember. As a special gift for dad, Harbes Family Farm offers half-priced admission for dads to the Harbes Barnyard Adventure all weekend long. READ MORE

Massapequa Strawberry Festival

Massapequa
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Enjoy Long Island strawberries, shortcake, and other treats. There are raffles, craft vendors, and free face painting for kids.  READ MORE

Long Island Aquarium's 25th Anniversary Celebration

Riverhead
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 (and deals throughout the month)
Join the Long Island Aquarium as they mark 25 incredible years of marine education, conservation, and unforgettable family fun! To honor this milestone, the Aquarium is kicking off 25 Weeks of Fun – a series of exciting events, activities, special offers and giveaways, celebrating their journey and future. READ MORE

Oyster Bay Music Festival

Oyster Bay–FREE
Friday, June 27-Thursday, July 3, 2025
The Oyster Bay Musical Festival is a classical music festival featuring highly talented and prize-winning young artists. READ MORE

Empire State Fair at Nassau Coliseum

Uniondale
Friday, June 27–Sunday, July 13, 2025
Step right up to one of Long Island’s biggest fairs. The Empire State Fair descends upon Nassau Coliseum for several days of action-packed fun for the entire family. Thrill to more than 100 rides and attractions. READ MORE

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Jaime Sumersille, a mom of two boys in Bellmore, has been writing for Mommy Poppins for over a decade. She’s always exploring Long Island’s beaches, parks, and new attractions, and loves sharing those experiences on the site. Jaime enjoys adding her family’s perspective to Mommy Poppins’ mission.
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